UK Job Growth Remains Weak as 2025 Closes
UK hiring was subdued in December, capping a year of weak job growth. The unemployment rate is expected to dip to 4.5%. Explore the economic conundrum and the Fed's response.
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UK Retail Footfall Records Best December Since 2011
UK retail footfall surged 1.3% in December, the strongest annual uplift for the month since 2011. Evening visits soared, driven by experience-led shopping. Discover the key trends.
Six Affordable UK Country House Hotels with Spas
Beat the January blues with our pick of six charming UK country house hotels, each featuring a spa and rooms for under £160 per night. Perfect for a post-festive reset.
AI job fears overblown, experts from Microsoft and Imperial say
New research from Microsoft and Imperial College London explains why AI is reshaping roles, not replacing them, and the hidden burdens it creates for UK workers.
Lidl's Record Christmas: 51M Shoppers & £1.1bn Sales
Lidl GB reports a record-breaking Christmas with over 50 million shoppers and £1.1bn in sales. Discover the key drivers behind the discount retailer's festive surge.
Reddit overtakes TikTok in UK social media rankings
Reddit surges to become Britain's fourth most visited social media site, driven by Gen Z users and search algorithm changes. Discover why the platform is now seen as an antidote to AI-generated content.
Lidl's Record Christmas Sales Hit £1.1 Billion
Lidl enjoyed a record-breaking festive period with over 50 million shoppers and £1.1bn in sales. Discover how the discount giant is reshaping UK retail.
Lidl's record-breaking Christmas sales hit £1.1bn
Lidl GB reports a record-breaking festive period with over 50 million shoppers and £1.1bn in sales. Discover the key drivers behind the discount supermarket's success. Read the full analysis.
Lidl Christmas sales surge 10% with record 51m shoppers
Lidl GB reports a record-breaking festive period with a 10% sales surge and nearly 51 million customers. CEO Ryan McDonnell credits low prices and British sourcing for soaring loyalty.
UK Property Hotspots 2025: Plymouth, Stafford, Wigan Lead Growth
New Lloyds data reveals the UK's top property hotspots for 2025, with Plymouth seeing a 12.6% surge. Discover where values soared and where they fell sharply. Explore the full regional analysis now.
UK investment worst in G7, alarm bells for Labour
New data reveals UK investment lags behind all G7 nations. Business groups warn of worse to come as Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces criticism over 'broken commitments'.
US expat's UK culture shock over pillow sizes
An American woman moving to the UK reveals her biggest surprise: UK pillows are larger, making her US bed linen useless. Discover the everyday items that differ across the Atlantic.
US expat's UK culture shock over pillow and butter sizes
An American woman moving to the UK shares her surprising packing mistakes, from ill-fitting bed linen to wrong-sized baking trays. Discover the everyday items that aren't standard globally.
Lloyds reveals UK's top 2025 property hotspots
Plymouth leads UK property value growth at 12.6% in 2025, while the South East sees sharpest falls. Discover the full hotspots list and regional trends.
Tropical Plant Serum Doubles Hair Thickness in Trial
A new scalp serum combining Centella asiatica plant cells with lab-engineered growth factors more than doubled hair thickness and density in a clinical study. Discover the promising science behind this hair loss breakthrough.
Majority of UK Investors to Increase Investments in 2026
A new survey finds over 60% of UK investors plan to invest more next year, despite market uncertainties. Discover the key drivers and the crucial role of financial advice.
FTSE 100 Climbs as US Economy Outperforms Forecasts
The FTSE 100 closed higher on Tuesday, buoyed by stronger-than-expected US economic growth and a rise in UK business confidence. Discover the key market movers and economic data driving sentiment.
2025 on track to be UK's hottest year ever
The Met Office confirms 2025 is tracking to beat 2022 as the UK's warmest year on record, with an average temperature of 10.05°C. Discover the climate data and what it means for Britain's future.
UK economic growth slows to 0.1% in third quarter
The UK economy grew by just 0.1% between July and September, the ONS confirmed, with growth slowing and household incomes falling. Discover the full economic picture.
UK economic growth slows again, hitting 0.1% in Q3
New ONS figures show UK economic growth slowed to 0.1% in Q3 2025, with Q2 revised down. Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces criticism over 'anti-growth' tax policies. Read the full analysis.
UK economic growth slows to 0.1% in third quarter
The UK economy grew by just 0.1% between July and September, official figures confirm, with a cyber attack at Jaguar Land Rover hitting manufacturing. Explore the latest ONS data and economic outlook.
UK economy growth slows to 0.1%, hitting Rachel Reeves
New ONS figures show UK economic growth slowed to 0.1% in Q3 2025, a fresh challenge for Chancellor Rachel Reeves. Read the full analysis of the GDP data and its political impact.
UK Q3 growth confirmed at 0.1% as economy slows
Official figures confirm UK economic growth slowed to 0.1% in Q3 2025, with a cyber attack on Jaguar Land Rover impacting manufacturing. Get the full analysis of the ONS data.
CBI warns UK businesses cannot survive another year of stagnation
The CBI warns UK firms face a 'broad-based' downturn and need urgent government action to spur growth in 2026. Read the full economic analysis.
Family finds travelling world cheaper than UK rent
Chloe and Connor Ellis sold their Barnsley home and are now globetrotting with their two young sons, discovering that exploring Southeast Asia costs less than monthly rent in the UK. Follow their journey.
Population and Consumption: The Dual Climate Drivers
A leading environmentalist challenges George Monbiot's dismissal of population concerns, citing IPCC data that names economic and population growth as key climate drivers. Discover the full debate.
Emergency Census Urged for 2026 Over Immigration Impact
Policy Exchange calls for an emergency 2026 census to assess the impact of 3.9 million new arrivals on UK social cohesion and public services. Read the full report and its recommendations.
UK 'Growth Emergency' as Budget Forecasts Downgraded
Business Secretary Peter Kyle admits Britain faces a growth emergency as OBR prepares to downgrade economic forecasts. Read the full analysis of Labour's economic challenges.
UK's 'Growth Emergency' Ahead of Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts a 'growth emergency' with the OBR set to issue its most pessimistic economic forecasts in 15 years. Discover the Budget's potential impact.
Delta flight emergency after slide detaches mid-air
A Delta Airlines flight from New York to Los Angeles made an emergency return after an emergency slide detached from the aircraft shortly after takeoff, prompting aviation safety concerns.
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